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... in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are used herein for a particular purpose. Such changes will be made periodically to the information in this publication may be incorporated in the space provided below. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerPower series User's Guide Changes may...
... in new editions of this manual or supplementary documents and publications. Model number Serial number Purchase date Place of purchase Acer and the Acer logo are used herein for a particular purpose. Such changes will be made periodically to the information in this publication may be incorporated in the space provided below. Copyright© 2005 Acer Incorporated All Rights Reserved AcerPower series User's Guide Changes may...
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...1 Front panel 1 Rear panel 1 System features 2 Performance 2 Multimedia 2 Connectivity 2 System peripherals 2 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Speakers 3 Setting up your computer 4 Necessary to know before setup 4 Selecting a location 4 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 5 Starting your computer 5 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 6 Opening the computer 6 Setting up new components 6 Troubleshooting 7 Taking care of your computer 9 Important tips 9 Cleaning and servicing...
...1 Front panel 1 Rear panel 1 System features 2 Performance 2 Multimedia 2 Connectivity 2 System peripherals 2 Mouse (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) 3 Speakers 3 Setting up your computer 4 Necessary to know before setup 4 Selecting a location 4 Opening the package 4 Connecting peripherals 5 Starting your computer 5 Shutting down your computer 5 System upgrade 6 Opening the computer 6 Setting up new components 6 Troubleshooting 7 Taking care of your computer 9 Important tips 9 Cleaning and servicing...
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Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
Remark: All images are for reference purposes only. Actual configuration may vary.
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English 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack Icon Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon PS/2 keyboard connector Description PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector Serial port (selected models only) USB port Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack
English 1 System tour Your computer consists of the following: Front panel Icon Description Power button Microphone jack Speaker or headphone jack Icon Description Floppy drive (selected models only) Optical drive (selected models only) Media card reader (selected models only) USB port IEEE 1394 port (selected models only) Rear panel Icon Description Icon PS/2 keyboard connector Description PS/2 mouse connector VGA port Printer connector Serial port (selected models only) USB port Microphone-in jack RJ-45 Ethernet connector Line-in jack Line-out / Speaker-out jack
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... of speakers (all optional). 2 System tour English System features Performance • AMD mainstream high-performance processor • Expandable system memory • Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (optional) • Multimedia card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD writer (optional) • High-capacity, PATA / SATA HDD (optional) • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio...
... of speakers (all optional). 2 System tour English System features Performance • AMD mainstream high-performance processor • Expandable system memory • Power management functionality • 3.5" inch floppy drive (optional) • Multimedia card reader (optional) • CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW (52X/24X), DVD/CD-RW combo or DVD writer (optional) • High-capacity, PATA / SATA HDD (optional) • Supports USB 2.0 high-performance peripherals Multimedia • Stereo-surround audio system via onboard audio controller • Audio...
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Note: All images are for reference purposes only. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Actual configuration may vary. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Connect the mouse to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of...
Note: All images are for reference purposes only. Keyboard (PS/2 or USB, manufacturing option) Connect the keyboard to the audio-out (external speaker) port on the back panel of the system. Actual configuration may vary. Speakers For systems bundled with speakers, before powering on the system, connect the speaker cable to the PS/2 keyboard port or USB port on the back panel of the system. Connect the mouse to the PS/2 mouse port or USB port on the back panel of...
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... location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD CPU. 4 Setting up your computer The AcerPower series is excessively dusty or damp. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Your system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I /O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports...
... location that is a versatile and powerful system, supporting an AMD CPU. 4 Setting up your computer The AcerPower series is excessively dusty or damp. The system can also support an optional high-speed fax/data modem or an additional LAN (local area network) card. Your system can accommodate extra peripheral equipment through these I /O (input/output) interfaces such as a parallel port, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, USB ports, two microphone ports...
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... the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of the system for four seconds. English 5 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • AcerPower series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers (selected models only) • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. In...
... the monitor, printer, fax, speakers, etc. 2 Turn on the front of the system for four seconds. English 5 Ensure that all items are missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately: • AcerPower series • PS/2 or USB keyboard (manufacturing option) • PS/2 or USB mouse (manufacturing option) • Speakers (selected models only) • User's Guide and Starter poster Other user documentation and third-party software. In...
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... by adding components. Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can expand your AcerPower series system. Upgrade to the instructions provided with AcerPower series computers. 6 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerPower series system. You can also upgrade the components of your new components. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make...
... by adding components. Install additional interface cards in empty PCI slots, e.g., PCI fax/modem card Setting up your computer English System upgrade You can expand your AcerPower series system. Upgrade to the instructions provided with AcerPower series computers. 6 Setting up new components You can only use components compatible with your AcerPower series system. You can also upgrade the components of your new components. Opening the computer Before removing any panels or covers, please make...
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...'s parallel port and the corresponding port on the screen. If yes, remove or replace it with a system floppy disk and press + + to turn the display back on. Press any of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of the speakers. English 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is plugged in the floppy drive? If the LED is...
...'s parallel port and the corresponding port on the screen. If yes, remove or replace it with a system floppy disk and press + + to turn the display back on. Press any of the following: • Check if the voltage selector switch located on the rear panel of the speakers. English 7 Troubleshooting The following are using a power strip or AVR, make sure it is plugged in the floppy drive? If the LED is...
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... reformat a floppy disk, you are using the correct type of your floppy, CD or DVD drive cannot read floppy disk, hard disk, CD or DVD information. A: Check the following: • Make sure the media is not write-protected. • Make sure you will lose all data on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are automatically turned off. If...
... reformat a floppy disk, you are using the correct type of your floppy, CD or DVD drive cannot read floppy disk, hard disk, CD or DVD information. A: Check the following: • Make sure the media is not write-protected. • Make sure you will lose all data on your USB keyboard to toggle the mute function. • If headphones, earphones or external speakers are automatically turned off. If...
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...servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with your software and/or drivers to see if you can select other settings to make viewing the screen... the exterior of your computer Please read the instructions listed in this section. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed ... Following these instructions will help you are using an extension cord. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do...
...servicing To clean your computer and keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and unplug the power cord. 2 Use a soft cloth moistened with your software and/or drivers to see if you can select other settings to make viewing the screen... the exterior of your computer Please read the instructions listed in this section. Also, the total current rating of all equipment plugged into a single wall outlet should not exceed ... Following these instructions will help you are using an extension cord. Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from foot traffic. • When unplugging the power cord, do...
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...may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to contact a service technician • If you keep your screen clean. When to contact the service centers available in your area. To clean your monitor Make sure you...operating normally. To clean your optical mouse For users of your computer English To clean your pointing device To clean your mouse (with roller ball) 1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse. 2 Take out the roller ball and wipe it with your mouse for maintenance instructions. Asking for technical assistance For technical...
...may also access the Acer Web site (www.acersupport.com) for information on how and where to contact a service technician • If you keep your screen clean. When to contact the service centers available in your area. To clean your monitor Make sure you...operating normally. To clean your optical mouse For users of your computer English To clean your pointing device To clean your mouse (with roller ball) 1 Open the circular cover underneath the mouse. 2 Take out the roller ball and wipe it with your mouse for maintenance instructions. Asking for technical assistance For technical...
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Operation with non-certified peripherals is in compliance with the essential requirements and other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Modem notices TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - In the event of Directive 1999/5/EC. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. However, due...
Operation with non-certified peripherals is in compliance with the essential requirements and other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN). Modem notices TBR 21 This equipment has been approved [Council Decision 98/482/EC - In the event of Directive 1999/5/EC. Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. However, due...
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The openings should be operated from the type of all servicing to qualified service personnel. 11 Unplug this product from overheating. Do not locate this product where people will often require extensive work by placing the product on the cord. 8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of power supply cord set (provided in...
The openings should be operated from the type of all servicing to qualified service personnel. 11 Unplug this product from overheating. Do not locate this product where people will often require extensive work by placing the product on the cord. 8 If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of power supply cord set (provided in...
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English 13 certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). 13 Always disconnect all telephone lines from lightning. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment. 14 Avoid using a telephone line (other than the cordless type) during an electrical storm.
English 13 certified, type SPT-2, rated 7A 125V minimum, VDE approved or its equivalent. Maximum length is 15 feet (4.6 meters). 13 Always disconnect all telephone lines from lightning. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from the wall outlet before serving or disassembling this equipment. 14 Avoid using a telephone line (other than the cordless type) during an electrical storm.
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...61000.4.5: 1999 Surge EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.6: 1999 Conductive disturbance EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.8: 2002 Power frequency magnetic field EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.11: 1999 Voltage dips / short interruption and voltage variation >95...CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. immunity characteristics -- Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer AcerPower series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity...
...61000.4.5: 1999 Surge EN61000-4-6: 1996/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.6: 1999 Conductive disturbance EN61000-4-8: 1993/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.8: 2002 Power frequency magnetic field EN61000-4-11: 1994/A1: 2001 AS/NZS 61000.4.11: 1999 Voltage dips / short interruption and voltage variation >95...CE marking Name of manufacturer: Address of manufacturer: Declares that product: Model: Acer Inc. 8F, 88, Sec. 1, Hsin Tai Wu Rd. immunity characteristics -- Hsichih, Taipei Hsien 221 Taipei, Taiwan Personal computer AcerPower series Conforms to the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC as attested by conformity...
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... requirements. We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in Pass low-voltage supply systems Conforms to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).
... requirements. We, Acer Inc., hereby declare that the equipment bearing the trade name and model number specified above was tested conforming to the applicable rules under the most accurate measurement standards possible, and that all the necessary steps have been taken and are in Pass low-voltage supply systems Conforms to the Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN).
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... series Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 USA Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606 The following local Manufacturer/Importer is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation...
... series Acer America Corporation 2641 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134 USA Mr. Young Kim 408-922-2909 408-922-2606 The following local Manufacturer/Importer is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Operation...